set of standards of conduct that guide decisions and actions based on duties derived from core values

conduct in accordance with what a person determines is right versus wrong

conduct based on or authorized by law, which is established by society to maintain order and protect people and properties from harm

an organization's financial statement containing untrue data which is used to mislead

an entrusted person converts other’s assets or properties for his or her own use

complex situation in which people have difficulty choosing between a moral or an immoral act

set of written standards issued by an organization to assist its employees in conducting their actions in conformity with the organization's ethical values

duties and obligations of businesses which contribute to the well-being of society

all the parties which interact with the business